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November 7, 2018 at 8:00 am

Will L-lysine prevent Alzheimer’s disease?

A reader reports that L-lysine helps stave off mouth sores. Can it help prevent dementia too?

October 31, 2018 at 8:00 am

Low-dose naltrexone helped chronic pain

A reader reports successfully using naltrexone for her chronic pain. Plus: Taking aspirin is a safe and affordable option for preventing blood clots.

October 25, 2018 at 7:00 am

CBD oil keeps long-distance runner going

A runner reports that CBD oil eases her pain. Plus: alternative treatments for thyroid conditions and an odd solution to nosebleeds.

October 18, 2018 at 8:00 am

Vitamin D for seasonal affective disorder

A reader with seasonal affective disorder also has low vitamin D. Could supplements help? Plus: tracking down a hard-to-find cough medicine.

October 11, 2018 at 8:00 am

Coconut macaroons soothe tummy troubles

Plus, advice about pomegranate juice and statins, and how to clear up a different kind of digestive-tract trouble.

October 4, 2018 at 8:00 am

Uncontrolled shipping temps can reduce medicines’ effectiveness

People's Pharmacy: A parent shares a story about the dangers of medications degrading in transit. Plus: Could an acid-reflux medication cause osteoporosis?

September 19, 2018 at 8:00 am

How can you keep plantar warts from coming back?

The People’s Pharmacy answers questions about preventing plantar warts, Sea-Bands for better sleep, and cucumbers for digestion.

September 11, 2018 at 2:21 pm

Vicks VapoRub eases facial pain

A reader reports that the decongestant helps with facial pain. Plus: Beets for high blood pressure.

August 16, 2018 at 8:00 am

Milk of Magnesia helps clear a case of rosacea | The People's Pharmacy

After trying prescription antibiotics, Prosacea, tea tree oil, jojoba oil, sea buckthorn oil, apple cider vinegar, snail slime, IPL lasers, homeopathic remedies, Chinese herbs and...

August 1, 2018 at 6:00 am

Will fragrant oils control motion sickness? | The People's Pharmacy

This week, the People’s Pharmacy investigates some inventive treatments for travel-induced nausea. Plus, two surprising remedies: vinegar for stinky feet, and olive oil for head...